Manager Finance - Full-time

VON Canada; Nova Scotia; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and lead a dedicated team. This role involves full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and strategic financial analysis to support decision-making. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, implementing process improvements and ensuring compliance with financial standards. With a focus on leadership and collaboration, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing community well-being. If you are passionate about finance and ready to lead, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience, including 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profits.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance and accounting functions, including budgeting and reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and lead annual budget preparation.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Post-secondary degree in business, finance, or accounting

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

BOARD

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Finance
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days
On-Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

This is a remote/work-from-home position and the successful candidate must reside in Ontario or Nova Scotia. On-site attendance may be required periodically.

VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal, and social support to people who want to live every day to the fullest while remaining in their own homes and communities.

Job Summary:

The Manager, Finance is responsible for managing the finance and accounting functions at multiple levels of the organization, including managing a team of Finance staff. Functions include, but are not limited to, general accounting, budgeting, reporting, and managing the daily operations of assigned areas of the Finance department.

At VON, we nurture leadership skills, lifelong learning, and collaborative working relationships amongst our teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs full-cycle accounting using SAP
• Prepares monthly financial statements for assigned areas, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Provides financial analyses of operations to assist management in decision-making
• Attends finance meetings to support site operations or corporate departments in reviewing financial results and variances
• Analyzes and reconciles balance sheet accounts with supporting audit evidence
• Leads and supports annual budget preparation for assigned areas
• Prepares external funder reports, ensuring accuracy and due date compliance (e.g., LHIN, MOH-LTC, United Way, MCSS)
• Prepares audit documentation and responds to auditor inquiries
• Ensures proper hiring, onboarding, and professional development of department staff
• Implements process improvements and system changes
• Supports initiatives to improve internal controls, operational efficiency, and asset safeguarding

Education, Designations, and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in business, finance, or accounting
• Professional accounting designation (CPA – CMA, CGA, or CA) or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of accounting/finance experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profits
• Controllership skills including budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Experience in preparing funder reports is preferred

Skill Requirements:

• Proficiency with SAP, BOARD, Excel, and Outlook
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• Strong analytical skills with ability to perform detailed data analysis
• Creative thinking and adaptability in changing environments
• Strategic thinking and effective communication, especially with senior stakeholders
• Self-motivated with strong priority management skills

Other:

• Valid Criminal Records Check
• Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check (if required)
• French language skills are an asset in designated areas
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required

Working conditions involve a detailed-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, including physical activities such as lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements emphasizing good body mechanics. Tasks may include walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and fine hand movements throughout the day.